2026 KMD SCHOLAR HIGHLIGHTS

Nolah Mondesir
University of Central Florida

Aspen Wooten
US Navel Academy

Akil Crawford
Seminole State

EDUCATION

“Education is more than preparation for opportunity — it is the ability to recognize it.”
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“Learning becomes transformational when students begin to believe they belong in every room they enter.”

COMMUNITY

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“Strong communities are not built by proximity alone, but by people who choose to show up for one another.”​

“Real impact happens when individuals stop asking ‘Who will help?’ and begin asking ‘How can I serve?’”

EQUALITY

“Opportunity should be shaped by ability and effort — not barriers and assumptions.”

“Inclusive environments do not happen accidentally; they are built intentionally.” So are exclusive environments.

George LaComb
St. Lawrence University

Aubrey Beckles
Spellman College

Marvel White Jr.
​Lynn University

Ava Arroya
​Bucknell University

Dominic Santiago Vega
​Pomona College

Jordan Johnson
Penn Tech

OUR PHILOSOPHY

At KMD Foundation, we believe every student deserves access to opportunity, guidance, and the support needed to reach their full potential. Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that education, mentorship, leadership development, and community empowerment can transform lives and create lasting generational impact. We are committed to nurturing confident, compassionate, and capable future leaders by investing not only in academic success, but also in personal growth, character, resilience, and purpose. Through meaningful relationships, intentional development, and access to resources, we strive to empower students to lead with excellence and positively impact their communities and the world around them.​